| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Story problems within 100 |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 2 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mathematics
Story Problems within 100
Year/Grade 2
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, specifically focusing on solving word problems involving addition and subtraction within 100.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Homework Check | 5 | Review the homework as a class without students presenting. Collect and discuss key points or common errors. |
| 2 | Introduction to New Lesson | 5 | Introduce the topic of story problems and briefly explain their importance in math. Engage students by asking about their experiences with real-life problems. |
| 3 | Group Activity with Printable Cards | 10 | Distribute printable cards to each student. They will work individually to fill in answers to a new set of story problems based on scenarios provided verbally. |
| 4 | Class Discussion | 5 | Bring students together to share their strategies in groups. Discuss different methods of solving the story problems. |
| 5 | Collection of Cards | 3 | Randomly check or collect the filled-in cards from students to evaluate understanding and engagement during the activity. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 2 | Assign homework related to story problems for further practice. Ensure students understand the expectations. |
| 7 | Closing Summary | 5 | Recap the day's lesson, emphasizing key takeaways. Reinforce the concept of translating story problems into equations. |
"Good morning, class! Before we dive into our new lesson today, let's take a moment to check the homework from our last session. I hope you all had a chance to work on the equations. As I go through them, please think about what strategies you used and how they helped you find the answers.
Now, I'll quickly mention some key points I noticed from your homework. Many of you did a great job with the addition problems, but I noticed a few common errors in the subtraction. For example, some of you reversed the numbers when subtracting. It's really important to keep the larger number first when you're taking one away from the other.
If anyone has questions about the homework now, feel free to raise your hand. Alright, let’s move forward!"
"Today, we are going to learn about story problems! Can anyone tell me what they think a story problem is? Yes, that's right! It's when a math question is written in a story format.
Story problems are important because they help us apply math to real-life situations. For example, if you're at a birthday party and there are 10 slices of cake, and 3 are eaten, how many are left?
Can anyone share a real-life situation where you had to solve a problem like this? That’s fantastic! These real-life connections will help us as we practice our story problems today."
"Now it's time for some fun! I'm going to give each of you a printed card with a story problem on it. Your task is to read the problem carefully and figure out the answer.
I want you to think about what the question is asking and how you can translate the story into a math equation. Remember, you have to decide whether to add or subtract based on the situation. You’ll have 10 minutes to complete your cards, so go ahead and work individually!
If you have questions while you’re working, feel free to raise your hand, and I’ll come around to help!"
"Time's up! Let’s come back together as a class. Who would like to share their story problem and the method they used to solve it? Great, thank you for sharing!
Now, can anyone tell us if there was a different way to approach the problem? Yes, exactly! There are often many ways to solve a story problem.
Let’s discuss some other strategies you might have used. Remember, it's okay if we all solve problems differently as long as we get to the correct answer!"
"Alright, now I’m going to collect your cards. Please hand them to me as I walk around the classroom. I’ll be looking for how well you translated the story problems into math equations.
This is also a way for me to see where we might need more practice. Thank you for your hard work on this!"
"For homework, I'd like you to find or create three more story problems that involve addition or subtraction. Write the problems down and show me your work, just like we did in class.
Is everyone clear on what to do? If you have any questions or need help, just ask!"
"Before we wrap up today’s lesson, let’s summarize what we learned. We explored story problems and how to translate them into math equations. Remember the importance of reading the problem carefully and deciding if you need to add or subtract.
For homework, I’m excited to see your story problems. Keep practicing, and remember, story problems are all around us in everyday life. Great job today, everyone! I’ll see you tomorrow!"
Define a story problem in your own words. Why are story problems important in math?
Create three original story problems that involve addition. For each problem, include the numbers involved and the answer.
Create three original story problems that involve subtraction. For each problem, include the numbers involved and the answer.
For one of your story problems, explain the steps you took to translate the story into a mathematical equation.
Discuss a real-life situation where you encountered a story problem similar to the ones you created. Describe how you solved it.
Reflect on the strategies you used to solve story problems in class. What strategies worked best for you, and why?
Think of a different approach to solving one of your story problems. How would you set it up differently, and what answer would you expect to get?
Share your thoughts on how story problems can be related to everyday life. Provide two examples from your daily routine where you might find story problems.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is a story problem in mathematics? | |
| How can story problems help us in real-life situations? | |
| What is the first step you should take when reading a story problem? | |
| Can you give an example of a real-life situation that could be represented as a story problem? | |
| What should you decide when translating a story problem into a math equation? | |
| How can you determine whether to add or subtract in a story problem? | |
| Why is it important to write the larger number first when subtracting? | |
| What strategies did you use to solve your story problem? | |
| Can there be multiple ways to solve a story problem? If so, why? | |
| What are some tips for creating your own story problems for homework? |